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IDF confirms image of soldier smashing Jesus statue in southern Lebanon is authentic
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar decried the incident, labeling it “grave and disgraceful” and extending an apology to Christians who felt hurt by the incident.
Pope Leo denies targeting Trump, says comments misread during Africa tour
Iranian embassy posts AI-generated photo comparing Netanyahu with Hitler
Jesus gets a makeover as Sistine Chapel artwork undergoes restoration
Finding joy in hard times: What is making Jerusalemites happy right now?
The news often isn’t uplifting. Let’s look at the bright side of things for a moment...
An open letter to Pope Francis: Words with good intent can still harm - opinion
I am also a man of faith, of Jewish faith, and as such, could not comprehend the [nativity] Scene as I saw it in the media.
Skeptics vs. believers: Does ancient evidence confirm Jesus existed?
In recent years, new archaeological discoveries have added to the ongoing debate about the historical existence of Jesus.
Bear Grylls Christmas message: Jesus’ mother was a Palestinian refugee
In an advertisement for New Testament retelling “the Greatest Story Ever Told,” survivalist Bear Grylls called Mary a Palestinian girl and Middle Eastern refugee.
Ossuary inscribed with the words ‘brother of Jesus’ now on display in Atlanta
In 2003, its owner, Oded Golan, was accused of forging the inscription. Golan was later acquitted of all charges.
A second Bethlehem? Some researchers re-think Jesus' birthplace
Recent findings suggest Jesus' birthplace may differ from tradition, with experts proposing Nazareth or another Bethlehem in Galilee.
Where was Jesus Christ buried? A look at the possible tombs in Jerusalem - explainer
The place where Jesus was buried and resurrected is a location of great theological significant. In Jerusalem, three places claim to be where Jesus Christ was buried.
This week in Jewish history: The miracle of Hanukkah and the birth of Jesus
A highly abridged weekly version of Dust & Stars.
'Jesus lived and died as a Jew': Chikli slams pope for Vatican keffiyeh nativity display
“There is no other way to understand this decision than as a deliberate adoption of the Palestinian narrative,” Chikliwrote to Pope Francis.
'Pope can't rewrite Bible - Jesus was a Jew from Judea, not Palestinian,' Christian leader says
A nativity scene featuring baby Jesus wrapped in a keffiyeh was unveiled at Pope Francis’ Nativity Scene and Christmas Tree inauguration on Saturday in St. Peter’s Square.
